Senior Counsel - Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation attorney to join as Senior Counsel in Chicago, IL. The role involves managing complex insurance claims and high-stakes litigation cases. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of litigation experience and a passion for delivering exceptional legal services. This position offers a hybrid work environment.

Duties

• Oversee complex insurance coverage litigation and manage multiple cases from inception to resolution in state and federal courts.
• Conduct thorough analysis of insurance policies and coverage provisions to determine coverage and liability.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on insurance coverage issues, policy interpretation, and case status reports.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Defend cases in civil litigation and binding arbitration proceedings in both state and federal court.
• Attend court hearings and oral arguments both remotely and in-person.
• Take and defend party, witness, and/or expert depositions.
• Prepare for and mediate cases and/or settlement conferences.
• Mentor junior associates and collaborate with legal staff.

Requirements

• Active Illinois bar license.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• At least 5 years of litigation experience in state and/or federal courts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Illinois bar license.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in legal research and analysis.
• Superb administrative skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Diligent, driven, and eager to learn.
• Ability to take ownership of their work.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid parental leave.

With offices in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, this firm specializes in practice areas of insurance, litigation, government law, business transactions, employment, landlord-tenant law, intellectual property, and healthcare practices. Obtaining outstanding results for clients, the trial lawyers have established their reputation in courtrooms around the country.